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Full-time, Flexible working

Biomedical Scientist - Haematology and Transfusion

Norfolk and Norwich University HospitalNNUH/QEH, Norwich, NR4 7UY, United Kingdom£39,959 - £48,117Closes 08/09/2026

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Band
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Posted
25/08/2026
Closes
08/09/2026

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Role summary

This role is for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to work in Haematology and Transfusion across the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) and Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) sites. The successful candidate will perform daily test procedures, manage equipment, and participate in a 24/7 rotational service. They will also be involved in training medical staff and other scientists, ensuring high standards of practice and continuous professional development.

Essential criteria

  • State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC)
  • Specialised Diploma from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) or equivalent
  • In depth knowledge of the assays performed within their service
  • Understands clinical analyser performance evaluation to include very complex instrumentation
  • Able to effectively work within a complex multi-disciplinary team

Desirable criteria

  • Comprehensive knowledge, understanding and the ability to use current laboratory software
  • Attitude, aptitude
  • Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
  • Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • State registration with Health Professions Council (HPC)
  • Specialised Diploma from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS) or equivalent
  • In depth knowledge of the assays performed within their service
  • Understands clinical analyser performance evaluation to include very complex instrumentation
  • Able to effectively work within a complex multi-disciplinary team
  • Comprehensive knowledge, understanding and the ability to use current laboratory software
  • Attitude, aptitude
  • Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
  • Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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Band 6 pay context

Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.

This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.

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Job summary

The Eastern Pathology Alliance is formed from three Pathology Laboratories based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), the James Paget University Hospital and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn.

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 HCPC registered Biomedical scientists to work in full time cross site rotational roles between the NNUH hub laboratory and the QEH spoke laboratory, in Haematology and Transfusion. The Laboratory at NNUH provides a large range of Blood Sciences services comprising Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion, Immunology and Toxicology. The laboratory at JPUH provides 24/7 laboratory services in Haematology, Transfusion and biochemistry primarily for the Inpatient and outpatient demands for the Trust.

Successful candidates will work as part of the BMS teams at the hub laboratory and QEH laboratories where they will be rostered to cover shifts on both sites. They will have experience of working as independent practitioners in haematology and Transfusion and will be required to participate in the delivery of a 24/7 laboratory service between both sites. Rosters will be planned in advance, and full training and competency assessment will be given to enable candidates to work on both sites. Candidate will be expected to have their own transport and be able to travel between sites, for which reimbursement of mil

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